The document discusses the concept of righteousness from several religious and philosophical perspectives. It begins by defining righteousness in the biblical sense of being approved and justified in God's sight. It then discusses teachings from Jesus Christ around having a pure heart, practicing humility, standing up for justice, and forgiveness. Next, it summarizes key learnings around righteousness from the Hindu epics Ramayana and Mahabharata, including themes of duty, justice, and non-violence. Finally, it outlines the teachings and philosophy of the mystic poet Kabir Das, emphasizing unity, equality, love, and kindness.

1. Righteousness
A017-Sarthak Gaonkar
B075-Trisha Tanwar
H055-Manav Kamdar
L020-Divyanshu Somani

2. Righteousness of God
In the passage in 2 Corinthians 5:21, the word righteousness means
God’s approval or being considered right in his eyes. Think of it in this
fashion: When God sees you he approves of you because you are a
bearer of his righteousness. You are justified in his sight.
If you let that sink in you will find great reason to rejoice because
God sees you and approves of you. In fact, I would say go ahead and
get your shout on! But if you don’t shout, some praise will do just
fine.
As wonderful as knowing the definition, it still requires a closer
examination. That’s why I want to share with you three things to
know about the righteousness of God.

3. Jesus emphasized that true righteousness is not just
about following rules and rituals, but about having a
pure heart and genuine intentions. In Matthew 5:8, he
said, "Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see
God."
Righteousness comes from the heart

4. Jesus demonstrated humility throughout his
life and teachings. He valued service and
putting others before oneself. In Matthew
20:26-28, he said, "Whoever wants to
become great among you must be your
servant, and whoever wants to be first must
be your slave— just as the Son of Man did not
come to be served, but to serve, and to give
his life as a ransom for many."
Humility is key

5. Jesus spoke out against injustice and challenged the
oppressive systems of his time. He called on his
followers to do the same and work towards creating a
more just and equitable world. In Luke 4:18-19, he said,
"The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has
anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has
sent me to proclaim freedom for the prisoners and
recovery of sight for the blind, to set the oppressed
free."
Stand up for justice

6. Jesus forgave those who wronged him and
encouraged his followers to do the same. In
Matthew 6:14-15, he said, "For if you forgive
other people when they sin against you, your
heavenly Father will also forgive you. But if
you do not forgive others their sins, your
Father will not forgive your sins."
Practice forgiveness

7. Teachings of Jesus Christ

8. Righteousness –
Learnings from Ramayana

9. The Purusharthas
● Human life is often lost while chasing
materialism—known as Artha, and
sensory pleasures—known as Kama.
● The story of “Ramayana” makes it clear
that these two pursuits should never be
sought at the cost of righteousness—
Dharma.
● The ultimate goal of life is liberation—or
Moksha, and this can be attained only
by relinquishing Artha and Kama and
by strictly following a life of Dharma.

10. ● The Ramayana is an ancient Indian epic that
has been cherished by people for thousands
of years.
● The story is about the life of Lord Rama, an
incarnation of the Hindu god Vishnu, who is
considered to be a symbol of righteousness
and morality.
Ramayana – Story of Lord Rama

11. Lord Rama – The Embodiment of
Righteousness
1) Respect
for
parents
and elders
2)Honoring
promises
3) Compassion
towards
all beings
4) Duty
towards
society
2)Honoring
promises
5) Fighting
Evil

12. ● In conclusion, the Ramayana portrays Lord
Rama as an embodiment of righteousness,
who sets an example for us all to follow.
● His actions demonstrate the importance of
respecting parents and elders, honoring
promises, showing compassion towards all
beings, fulfilling our duty towards society,
and fighting against evil forces.
Learnings from Ramayana

13. Mysticism of Kabir Das
● Kabir Das was a 15th-century Indian mystic poet and saint who is
revered as one of India's most influential poets and spiritual
figures.
● Kabir Das rose to prominence through his poetry, which was
characterized by his spiritual insights and social critique.
● Kabir Das' teachings and philosophy were characterized by his
emphasis on the unity of God and the equality of all human
beings, regardless of their religion or caste; he believed in the
power of love and compassion.

14. Teachings of Kabir Das
● Impermanence of material possessions: He believed that material possessions could
distract us from our spiritual goals and that simplicity was the key to inner peace.
● Unity of all religions: Kabir Das emphasized the oneness of God and saw all human beings
as equal and deserving of respect and dignity.
● Treating all humans as equal: Kabir emphasized the importance of treating all humans as
equal, regardless of their caste, creed, or social status. He said, "All are equal, none is high
or low; differences of caste and clan, whence do they grow?"
● On practicing non-violence: "If you desire to find the way, be not swayed by worldly lore;
Practice love and non-violence, make compassion your path evermore."

15. Teachings of Kabir Das
● Importance of love: Kabir believed that love was the foundation of all righteousness and
that loving all beings was the key to spiritual enlightenment.
● Power of prayer: Kabir believed in the power of prayer and meditation to connect with the
divine and to cultivate inner peace.
● Importance of self-awareness: Kabir believed that self-awareness was essential to
spiritual growth and righteousness. He said, "The treasure lies within you, search within and
you will find."
● Importance of kindness: Kabir believed that kindness was a fundamental aspect of
righteousness and that it was our duty to be kind to all beings.

16. “Dharama satya hai, sab kuchh satya hai
Jhooth jhootha hai, sab kuchh jhootha hai"
“Honesty is righteousness, everything is truthful
Falsehood is false, everything is false"
"Kabira khada bazaar mein maange
sabki khair
Na kahu se dosti, na kahu se bair"
"Kabir stands in the market place and wishes welfare for
all
He has no friendship or enmity with anyone"
"Kabir so dhan sanchiye, jo aage ko hoye
Sees chadhaye, koti bhaage."
“Accumulate wealth that is of use in the future.
Invest in your head, so that you may gain millions of
riches.”
"Ram nam ke hire moti, main bikhari anat
koi
Harijan ki hirde jadu, pahiraye rakat loi"
"The pearls and diamonds of the name of Ram are
priceless, yet I am a beggar with nothing. The magic of
the divine is within the heart of every person, regardless
of caste or creed"

19. Righteousness-Learning
From Mahabharata

20. • Righteousness, or dharma, is a central
theme in the Mahabharata, one of the
two major epics of ancient India. The
Mahabharata is a complex and multi-
layered text that explores the nature of
dharma in various ways.

21. • The Mahabharata tells the story of a great war between two branches of a royal family,
the Kauravas and the Pandavas. The war is set in motion by a dispute over the throne of
the kingdom of Hastinapur. The Kauravas, who are in power, refuse to give a share of the
kingdom to the Pandavas, who are their cousins. The Pandavas, with the help of their
allies, go to war against the Kauravas to claim their rightful share of the kingdom.
Throughout the epic, the characters grapple with questions of dharma and righteousness.
The Mahabharata presents a complex and subtle view of dharma, recognizing that what
is right in one situation may be wrong in another, and that the pursuit of righteousness
can be complicated by conflicting obligations and desires.
Story of Mahabharata

22. • Duty and obligation: The Mahabharata emphasizes the
importance of fulfilling one's duty and obligations, even in
the face of difficult choices and personal sacrifice. The
characters are often torn between their loyalty to family,
their duty to the larger society, and their own desires.
• Justice and fairness: The Mahabharata highlights the
importance of justice and fairness, and the consequences
that can result when these principles are violated. The
Kauravas are often criticized for their unjust treatment of
the Pandavas and their allies, and the war is ultimately
portrayed as a struggle for justice.
Learnings From Mahabharata

23. • Non-violence and compassion: The Mahabharata
also emphasizes the importance of non-violence
and compassion, even in the midst of war and
conflict. Characters like Krishna and Arjuna argue that
violence should be a last resort, and that even in war,
it is important to minimize harm to innocent people
and animals.
• Spirituality and self-realization: Finally, the
Mahabharata connects the pursuit of righteousness
with spiritual growth and self-realization. Many
characters in the epic undergo spiritual
transformation as they confront the challenges of
dharma and strive to live in accordance with higher
principles.

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